DULUTH, Minn.- As the extreme cold starts setting in, finding a warm, safe place to sleep becomes a serious, and even deadly challenge for Duluth’s homeless community. According to CHUM, more warm shelter options are needed in the city of Duluth, especially during a deep freeze. Last winter, 42 nights dropped below zero. In those conditions, it can take only…
DULUTH, Minn.-Many voters lined up to cast ballots for the 2018 elections. Some may have questioned how accurate the voting machines are during the election process. St. Louis County conducted a post-election review to check the ballots from the general election. Every general election six precincts are randomly selected for a hand recount by the County Canvassing Board. This verification…
DULUTH, Minn.- Thanksgiving is right around the corner and many are already setting up for their own feasts. Several volunteers are helping to prepare for one of Duluth’s favorite community traditions. The 29th annual Twin Ports Thanksgiving Buffet will take place on Thanksgiving Day from 11 am – 3 pm at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). Each…
DULUTH, Minn.- It’s the time of year when it’s common to see snow falling on area roads. That means it’s the busy season for snow plow drivers. Minnesota’s Department of Transportation (MNDot) has eighty four trucks that plow areas all around the state. They keep drivers on twenty four hour coverage to prepare for all types of weather conditions….
CHICAGO – Police say the suspected gunman is dead and four people are in critical condition following a shooting at a Chicago hospital. Chicago police spokesman Anthony Guglielmi says a police officer and at least one hospital employee are among those hospitalized in critical condition following the Monday afternoon shooting at Mercy Hospital. Guglielmi says the gunman was killed, but…
AITKIN COUNTY, Minn. – Authorities say 56-year-old Gregory J. Nase of Columbus, MN died following a gunshot wound while deer hunting on Saturday. Reports state the man was hunting with a group on family-owned land in Milward Township when a shot, or shots, were made at a moving deer accidentally striking the man. A 911 call was made to the…
DULUTH, Minn. – The St. Louis County Sheriff’s Office is warning the public of recent reports that dogs may have been poisoned in the City of Rice Lake. Multiple pet owners have reported their dogs getting sick for no clear reason and at least two owners have found their dogs deceased. Authorities are asking residents to be on alert for…
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WINONA, Minn. – The Diocese of Winona-Rochester plans to file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection following allegations of child sexual abuse against former priests. The southern Minnesota diocese distributed a letter from Bishop John Quinn to parishioners over the weekend. A public announcement is planned Tuesday. A spokesman for the diocese told the Winona Daily News that Quinn believes “this…
SUPERIOR, Wis. – Staff members and volunteers from the Richard I. Bong Veterans Historical Center have decided to host a free, small Thanksgiving meal for residents in the Twin Ports to enjoy. The Center is emphasizing that this year’s inaugural meal will remain small (up to 40 people). However, it’s a tradition they hope to keep going for years to come….
ST. PAUL, Minn. – The Minnesota Public Utilities Commission voted unanimously Monday morning to deny a petition by opponents of the Enbridge Line 3 pipeline. The Commission reaffirmed its decision to approve the replacement of the deteriorating pipeline granting the certificate of need for the $2.6 billion plan. The commissioners agreed that Calgary, Alberta-based Enbridge has met several additional conditions…
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DULUTH, Minn. – What better way to see the holiday sights of the Northland than aboard the Christmas City Express. Starting Friday, November 23, passengers are welcome to purchase tickets to experience the magical excursion. New this year, trains will board and depart at the Duluth Depot. The holiday fun of the Christmas City Express begins in the Lake Superior Railroad Museum….
MADISON, Wis. – Hunters purchased slightly fewer deer licenses heading into opening day of Wisconsin traditional nine-day gun season. The nine-day season began Saturday. Department of Natural Resources data shows hunters had purchased 774,332 deer licenses as of midnight Friday, down 2.5 percent from 2017. The licenses include bow licenses, mentored hunt licenses and conservation patron licenses, a combination sports…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Opponents of Enbridge Energy’s proposed Line 3 crude oil pipeline replacement shouted their objections as Minnesota regulators opened a hearing on the project. Several protesters chanted that the pipeline would be a climate change disaster . That prompted Public Utilities Commission Chairwoman Nancy Lange to call for order shortly after the hearing began Monday. Dozens of…
Photo: courtesy University of St. ThomasST. PAUL, Minn. – The Ramsey County medical examiner’s office says a University of St. Thomas student found dead in her dorm room last month died of respiratory distress. An autopsy found that 19-year-old sophomore Katie Mullen of Andover, Minnesota, had asthma. A roommate found Mullen unresponsive in her bed in Morrison Hall the morning…
MADISON, Wis. – Republican Wisconsin Attorney General Brad Schimel has conceded to Democrat Josh Kaul. Schimel announced Monday that he would not seek a recount, even though state law allowed it because the margin of his defeat was less than 1 percentage point. Canvassed vote totals show Schimel lost to Kaul by just over 17,000 votes. The win for Kaul…
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BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) – A Minnesota couple has pleaded guilty to drug distribution charges after Montana authorities said they found 960 pounds of marijuana in the couple’s recreational vehicle. Steven and Vicki Robinson of Milaca, Minnesota, face a mandatory minimum of five years in prison after pleading guilty before U.S. District Judge Susan Watters on Thursday. Prosecutors say the couple…
DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth International Airport is getting ready to test a direct flight to Nashville, Tennessee this May. The airport’s spokesperson, Natalie Peterson, told FOX 21 Sunday that the flight by Sun Country Charters will be part of a packaged deal with a hotel stay and excursions. More details on the vacation package will be released at a…
DULUTH, Minn. – A discount store in West Duluth is preparing to close its doors at the end of the year. The owners of Discount Duluth, who are also brothers, opened the business in 2017 and expanded in January of 2018 to the store’s current location on Central Avenue. The goal was to offer all types of products to discounted…
DULUTH, Minn.- The university is offering open water scuba diving courses throughout the semester. The course is $150 for four three-hour-long pool sessions, text material and scuba gear. It covers the basics of scuba diving and upon successful completion students qualify for open water certification. “It does give a well rounded background for the students. Also Sunday is their off time so if…
DULUTH, Minn.- Education in unique skills was abound in Duluth on Sunday, as people could try cutting out their own designs in metal at a plasma cutting class Plasma cutting involves cutting through electrically conductive materials with a jet of hot plasma. Duluth MakerSpace held the three hour class, as part of their metal shop teaching program. They invited all…
DULUTH, Minn.- It was opening day for the winter season at the Duluth Farmers Market. Christmas trees, wreaths, any holiday greenery and other locally grown items can all be found there. While this is the place to find any and all holiday décor, a big reason why the market reopens every holiday season is for the sense of camaraderie it brings. “We’ve…
DULUTH, Minn. – Family owned Security Jewelers — a staple in downtown Duluth for 94 years — has officially been sold. Co-owner Jack Sieler told FOX 21 that Riddle’s Jewelry is the buyer out of Rapid City, South Dakota. All of Sieler’s 15 employees will keep their jobs with the sale. The store will remain in its current location on…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Greysolon Ballroom was turned into a wedding wonderland today, for their 8th annual Wedding Open House. Dresses, DJs, cakes and entertainment lined the ballrooms of Greysolon, as over 40 vendors showed what they had to offer to couples planning their special days. “You can come here and get ideas to jump start your big day,” said Greysolon’s…
DULUTH, Minn.-Ask any young boy, and they’ll tell you that it is their dream to own a big red firetruck and drive it around town. But one Duluth resident made that a reality, and he’s using it to help spread some holiday cheer. The blare of a siren and spinning lights make you feel like you’re at a fire station….
DULUTH, Minn. A 13-year-old boy is behind bars after police say he robbed a liquor store in Duluth’s East Hillside neighborhood. The crime happened around 5:45 p.m. Sunday at Loiselle’s Liquor on the 400 block of East 4th Street. The teen had a gun on him and stole a 12-pack of beer, according to police. The boy ran from the…
POPLAR, Wis.- Rifles cocked, targets in sight, Deer hunting has begun in Wisconsin. This means meat processors across the state are going to be extra busy, but the business has been spread out. With the colder weather allowing meat to be outside longer, the folks at Hursh Meat Processing have had their hands full all day, showing how it’s going…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The cultures of UWS were on display at Pilgrim Lutheran Church Saturday. The University hosted their annual International Cooking Demo. Foods from around 10 countries were available, for people to get a taste of a different culture. “Our main motto is to bring people together so that they can know more about our culture, and we can learn…
DULUTH, Minn.-While Bentleyville is making Duluth a city of lights, the Nordic Center is making Duluth a city of gingerbread. For the 7th year the Nordic Center set up their Gingerbread City. After a gingerbread decorating workshop, you could go and make other crafts with UMD students, embracing Nordic tradition in Duluth. “We want people to come together, take some…
DULUTH, Minn. – Veterans were given a free Thanksgiving meal at the House of Refuge Church in Duluth. A traditional turkey buffet dinner was served to the former military service members and their families. Church officials tell us they reached out to local organizations to help bring struggling and homeless veterans to the event. “We feel like we’re kind of…
DULUTH, Minn.- The Duluth Art Institute hosted a HoliDAI Market at the Depot. The event supports area artisans’ while also providing the consumer with one of a kind items ranging from functional pieces to ornamental. “Our artists deserve to have exposure for the fantastic and beautiful work that they make and this is a contribution to our community to have an opportunity…
SUPERIOR, Wis.- The Fairlawn Mansion has undergone the ultimate holiday upgrade. A group of community volunteers and master gardeners teamed up at the mansion to kick off the holiday season by setting up beautiful trees and displays. “It shows that the community is really invested and really involved with Fairlawn Mansion and Superior Public Museums. The museum celebrates the heritage…
MASS CITY, Mich. – A 16-year-old boy is dead after he was accidentally shot in the back by a 13-year-old boy loading a gun. The incident happened just after 3 p.m. Friday in Mass City, Michigan. 911 was called to the residence where the accidental shooting happened. The 16-year-old victim was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead….
DULUTH, Minn.- A Duluth organization sold some sweet treats today, to benefit victims of child abuse. First Witness Child Advocacy Center sold baked goods donated by their board of directors and their friends and family at the Holiday Center. Organizers say, the sale’s impact is far-reaching. “Spreading the word about First Witness, and how important it is to our community…
DULUTH, Minn. – The 60th annual parade took place this evening, traveling through downtown Duluth on Superior Street. The long–standing holiday tradition is great for people to keep coming back each year. “This will be our fourth so it’s been a great even to be a part of, and we really enjoy it obviously we’re having fun with it. Just…
SUPERIOR, Wisc.- After more than 5 years a unique Superior retailer will be closing. The restore, which benefits the local division of habitat for humanity will be shutting its doors by the end of the year. The retailer is well known for providing the Superior community with discounted materials for home improvement projects. Most of these materials are left…
DULUTH, Minn.- One sorority at University of Minnesota Duluth is working with five local schools to help prepare students for learning. Phi Sigma Sigma hosted a two day school supply drive at the UMD Kirby Student Center in an effort to help students less fortune. More than 75% of students in the area qualify for free lunch.Organization leaders expressed…
DULUTH, Minn.- Some Northland seventh graders have picked up some new skills thanks to the Superior Fire Department. More than three hundred students were trained in CPR and many other life–saving capabilities. The Superior Fire Department partnered with Enbridge Energy to provide the training. A grant from Enbridge also provides funding for the Superior Fire Department to also train…
DULUTH, Minn.- Some big changes are coming for a long time business in West Duluth. A nine million dollar expansion is planned for the Moline Machinery plant on South Central Avenue. The fourth generation business now has one hundred thousand square feet of space and the new plans will expand the building by an extra twenty five thousand square…
DULUTH, Minn.-As many across the Northland are planning their Thanksgiving meals, some may want to give smoked turkey a try. Until Sunday, OMC Smokehouse is taking orders for their smoked turkeys. For $110.98 you can get a big bird, weighing in at about 22-24 lbs. They come brined with stock at the bottom, ready for pick up anytime next Tuesday…
DULUTH, Minn.-With the Wisconsin Gun Deer Opener happening at first light on Saturday, hunting stores like Superior Shooters Supply are helping hunters gear up to start the season. The gleam of polished rifles and the rattling of ammunition boxes mean it’s that time of year: Wisconsin deer hunting begins. Which means products at area hunting stores are flying off the…
DULUTH, Minn. – Chazz Joseph Smith of Duluth has been sentenced to five years of probation and one in year in jail for the assault of another man over a cigarette. Smith, 22, plead guilty to first degree felony assault for repeatedly punching a man in the head over a cigarette outside of Mr.D’s Bar & Grill in West Duluth…
DULUTH, Minn. – According to a recent press release Reasor Properties purchased the UDAC building on Thursday and will repurpose it for office, retail or warehouse space. UDAC purchased the building located at 500 East 10th Street in the 1970’s, but has since moved into the old DBU building in the western end of Duluth. “There are 3.3 acres of…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota foresters have cut down the official state Christmas tree in the Nemadji State Forest. Department of Natural Resources forester Jean Mouelle selected this year’s tree for the governor’s residence in St. Paul. Mouelle says the tree is more than 60 years old and is “an impressive example of a balsam fir.” Each year, DNR staff…
DULUTH, Minn. – The annual Christmas City of the North Parade is set to kick off at 6:25 p.m. Friday. The parade will utilize 13 blocks of Superior Street from 9th Avenue East to 4th Avenue West. Authorities say motorists should be prepared for street closures starting at 4:00 p.m. on London Road: London Road will close to vehicle traffic…
ST. PAUL, Minn. – A St. Paul kindergarten teacher has been suspended after one of her 5-year-old students was found wandering nearly a mile from the elementary school. The Pioneer Press reports that Como Elementary teacher Angela Birchland told investigators that the boy may have walked out of school on May 7 while students were preparing to go home. Birchland…
MINNEAPOLIS – Sign-ups on Minnesota’s state-run health insurance exchange are lagging behind last year’s pace, and state officials think the unusually busy open enrollment period for Medicare health plans is to blame. MNsure reports just under 2,400 new enrollees through the first two weeks of November. The Star Tribune reports that’s roughly half the 4,700 new sign-ups during the comparable…
DULUTH, Minn. — In this weeks Active Adventures we are ice skating with Meteorologist Brittney Merlot at Duluth’s Heritage Sports Center! It’s a great indoor workout, affordable and for adults only! Check out all the fun Fox 21 had out on the ice in the video above. LOCATION: Essentia Health Duluth Heritage Sports Center COST: $4.00 per adult or a…
